HBTS Worker

Job # - 1429

Position :

HBTS -

Direct Support Staff Department :

RI Children's HBTS Schedule :

Flexible after school (15 Hrs./Wk.)

Pay Rate :

$23.00

General Description :

The primary function of the Direct Support Staff within the HBTS program is to provide individualized behavioral interventions and treatment plan programs to children with specific health care needs. This work is primarily done in homes or in community settings. The work requires driving to and from the service site(s).

General Qualifications :

Be at least 19 years of age, have a high school degree or equivalent, and two (2) years of supervised experience working with children with special health care needs OR Have an Associate degree in human services (i.e., psychology, counseling, child development, education, nursing, etc.) OR Be enrolled in not less than six (6) semester hours of relevant undergraduate coursework at an accredited college or university OR Have worked with adults with specific health care needs and developmental disabilities for at least three years Successfully pass the BCI and CANTS screenings •required

Job Responsibilities :

Provide treatment in the home and/or community setting(s), to individuals, by following and implementing specific teaching procedures based on identified area(s) of need. Facilitate social interactions between individuals and family or community members. Implement Behavior Plans and accurately document data collection Teach communication skills, social skills, self-help skills, and play skills Engage in and ensure the safety of the individual and all others within the environment Maintain confidentiality of all clients and professional conduct at all times. Attend and participate in meetings and ongoing trainings Perform other job-related duties as assigned If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at The Arc of Bristol County! Employment compliance with the Americans with

Disabilities Act :

The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to use hands in order to handle or feel objects, tools, and controls; reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit, and may occasionally be required to lift/transfer up to 50/70 lbs. alone or occasionally up to 200 lbs. with the assistance of another staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.